Cristiano Ronaldo believes Khabib Nurmagomedov will pummel Justin Gaethje at UFC 254

Juventus star Cristia Ronaldo recently did a live session on Instagram where he showed his support to current UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov ahead of latter's third title defence against interim champion Justin Gaethje. While hailing Khabib Nurmagomedov as his bror, Cristia Ronaldo said that he’s sure " Eagle" is going to retain his title on October 24 at UFC 254. Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje will clash in a title unification bout at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi - closing UFC Fight Island with a bang.

"Of course, of course, Khabib is going to win…….My bror! Inshallah," Cristia Ronaldo added.

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Cristia Ronaldo earlier tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently recovering in Italy. Juventus star has been a friend of Khabib Nurmagomedov for years, dating back to time he played for Real Madrid. two have met each or multiple times and exchanged gifts on one occasion. 

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Khabib Nurmagomedov, who has been a long time Real Madrid supporter, received a signed shirt from Cristia Ronaldo in 2018 and in exchange, gave former Madrid star and his son Cristia Jr his iconic fur hat. Cristia Ronaldo has said on multiple occasions that he follows MMA regularly and is also acquainted with Russian's arch-rival, ' torious' Cor McGregor. However, since UFC 229, when Nurmagomedov defeated McGregor, Cristia Ronaldo has been a vocal supporter of reigning UFC champion.

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Khabib Nurmagomedov gives a piece of advice to Cristia Ronaldo

A couple of days ago, Khabib Nurmagomedov appeared in a media event in Russia where he was asked to chime in on Cristia Ronaldo’s retirement rumours. While hailing Cristia Ronaldo as one of best in world, Khabib Nurmagomedov urged five-time Ballon d'Or winner to hang up his boots when time is right. According to SPORTbible, Nurmagomedov added that Cristia Ronaldo should leave football at top rar than prolong his career.

“It doesn't matter if it's Cristia or Khabib, people will come and take your place. My advice to him, and to me as well, is to leave at right time,” said Khabib Nurmagomedov.

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Im Source: Cristia Ronaldo, UFC Instagram